Rum vs Whiskey: What are the differences?
Rum vs Whiskey; what are the differences? John travelled to Mauritius for business in December, and he brought me back some Saint Aubin rum in a lovely tasting set.
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Lifestyle
A collection of lifestyle suggestions ranging from recipes, how to start a whisky club to best peated whisky to buy. A mix of articles that include rum and cognac, and fun whisky food and chocolate pairings.
Pairing Whisky and Pizza
Today’s blog post on pairing whisky and pizza was inspired by the USA National Day Calendar. I found the National Day Calendar that lists all the National Days. It has been a great source of fun and inspiration.
KFC and Bourbon pairings
Experimenting today with some KFC and bourbon pairings. In my house, take away is a treat. We only eat it when I have not had any time to cook, or when the weekend was just so lazy that I could not bother. One of our preferred fast-food is KFC.
Chamarel Rum Distillery in Mauritius
Situated on the lush green hills on the South Western side of Mauritius is the Chamarel area. Hills filled with sugar cane as far as you can see, clumps of pineapples and coconut trees and colourful hibiscus dot the landscape. Spots of yellow and purple flowers transform the dense green sugar cane fields into a patchwork of colour.
How to make a whisky bottle lamp
Father’s Day is fast approaching. But what do you get for the extraordinary father figure in your life? You want to give him something unique, just like him. Last year, you bought him that limited edition bottle of whisky, and during the year he finished the bottle.
How to start a whiskey club
Whiskey is a spirit that brings people together. It gets people talking and having fun. It is an experience to be shared, to learn about, and to enjoy. However, exploring new whisky can be difficult in today’s economic climate. With rising food prices and fuel costs, whisky has become a luxury item. But there’s a solution: start a whiskey club!